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2:3 image by Sérgio Horta, 25 Mar 2017
It is a typical Portuguese communal flag, with the coat of arms centred on a plain white field.
Source: communal webpage
Klaus-Michael Schneider, 25 Mar 2017
Shield Azure, two eradicated pines Argent ordered per fess, in chief a Marian crown Argent, base Or semy of seaweed branches Vert. Mural crown Argent with three visible towers and white scroll with inscription in black capitals "ESTELA".
Meaning:
The crown is alluding to St. Mary, the local patron saint. Pines are the predominant species of trees in the commune. The base is representing the Masseira Fields.
Sources: Ralf Hartemink's webpage and communal webpage
Klaus-Michael Schneider, 25 Mar 2017
Flag and arms published in the official journal Diário da República: III Série on 12 July 2004
Klaus-Michael Schneider, 25 Mar 2017
Estela Commune is one of the seven communes of Póvoa do Varzim Municipality; it had 2316 inhabitants in 2011 and covers 11.5 km².
Klaus-Michael Schneider, 25 Mar 2017
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